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Watch VideoWTC final: Proteas not underdogs, says Dane Paterson

Proteas fast bowler Dane Paterson asserts that South Africa are not underdogs against Australia in the WTC final at Lord's, highlighting the team's confidence, Shukri Conrad's impactful leadership, and the equal challenge posed by unfamiliar conditions for both sides.

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Watch VideoVernon Philander backs Proteas attack against ‘vulnerable’ Aussie top order

Vernon Philander backs South Africa's potent pace attack, led by Kagiso Rabada, Marco Jansen, and Lungi Ngidi, to exploit Australia's vulnerable top order in the upcoming World Test Championship final at Lord's.

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Bavuma’s long road to Lord’s: Proteas skipper eyes Test mace glory

Proteas captaina Temba Bavuma, having had to endure a lot of unfounded criticism, told the media that winning the Test mace next week would be a fairytale moment in his career.

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It was a good day at the office, says batting coach Ashwell Prince

Proteas batting coach Ashwell Prince is happy with the returns of the batting unit following the action on Day Two where the Proteas declared on 312/3.

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Proteas coach Shukri Conrad close to finalising XI for WTC final

Proteas coach Shukri Conrad revealed that he is getting closer to finalising the playing XI that will take on Australia in the WTC Final at Lord's next week.

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We've all played enough cricket to switch from T20 to Tests, says Ryan Rickelton

Proteas Test opener Ryan Rickelton emphasised that they have enough experience to shift from T20 to Tests having returned from the IPL last week to start the WTC final preparations.

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Philander shares Lord’s wisdom as Proteas prepare for World Test Championship final

Vernon Philander, South Africa's cricket legend, offers invaluable advice to the Proteas seam bowlers as they prepare for the Test Championship Final against Australia at Lord's. Drawing from his own experiences, Philander discusses the importance of coping with the Duke ball and strategies to tackle the unique conditions of the iconic venue.

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Watch VideoCorbin Bosch reaches pinnacle of international career with World Test Championship final

Corbin Bosch reflects on his rapid ascent in international cricket as he prepares for the World Test Championship final against Australia at Lord’s.

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Lungi Ngidi has all our backing, says Temba Bavuma as quick makes the WTC final squad

Fast bowler Lungi Ngidi has been included in the Proteas squad for the World Test Championship final against Australia at Lord's next month despite lack of game time.

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Watch VideoGraeme Smith slams proposed two-tier Test cricket system

Legendary former Proteas skipper Graeme Smith is against a proposed two-tier system in Test cricket which would possibly come into effect in 2027.

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Watch VideoProteas’ Temba Bavuma sounds WTC warning: It’ll be scary when we’re firing on all cylinders

Given the chance to heap praise on the Proteas for completing four Test wins in a row on home soil, South Africa captain Temba Bavuma said this is still plenty room for improvement.

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Watch VideoTemba Bavuma claps back at Proteas critics and their ‘easy ride’ to WTC final

Temba Bavuma was diplomatic in his response while hinting that the ‘big three’ (India, England, Australia) effectively control the scheduling of world cricket.

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Watch VideoTemba Bavuma couldn’t watch Proteas stumble as he was ‘sulking in the toilets’

Though South Africa went on to win and book their place in the World Test Championship final in June at Lord’s in London, it was all too much to bear for Temba Bavuma after he stormed back into the changeroom.

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Watch VideoWATCH: Herschelle Gibbs confident Proteas will make WTC final

If the Proteas win the first Test at SuperSport Park against Pakistan which began on Boxing Day, they will book their place in the WTC final at Lord’s in June next year.

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